User Manual

Table Of Contents

Getting Started 1-3

Introduction

The XR400 is a ready-to-connect network element that offers a variety of options for connecting to corporate networks via Ethernet

or serial connections. A Setup Wizard facilitates reader configuration.

RFID Technology

Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) is an advanced automatic identification (Auto ID) technology that uses radio frequency signals

to identify “tagged” items. A typical RFID system consists of transponders called tags, readers, and antennas, which function as

follows:

• An RFID tag contains a chip that can store a limited amount of data. This data may be pre-encoded or can be encoded in the

field. Tags come in a variety of shapes and sizes.

• A reader sends out radio frequency waves using attached antennas. This RF field powers and charges the tags, which are

tuned to receive radio waves. The tags use this power to transmit data back to the reader, which the reader converts to a

format for computer storage. The computer application translates the data into an understandable format.

Figure 1-1. RFID System Elements

RFID Components

Symbol’s Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) solutions offer low cost, long read range, and a very high read rate, providing real-

time, end-to-end visibility of products and assets in the factory, distribution center, retail outlet, or other facility. A typical Symbol

RFID system consists of the following components:

• Silicon-based RFID tags that can be attached to vehicles, trailers, containers, pallets, boxes, etc.

• Different types of antennas to support applications such as dock door (area antennas), conveyor and, in the future, Smart

Shelf (Shelf Antennas)

• Readers that power and communicate with the tags for data capture and provide host connectivity for data migration.